Happy May to all Students & Faculty!

Black History Month: Scripps Howard School of Journalism & Communications Hall of Famer Allison Seymour reflects on time at Hampton University.

“They paid attention and it mattered,” Allison said. “Really what they are doing and for me the whole HBCU experience is they are making sure that you are equipped with what you need so when you get out into the larger society that isn’t always going to tell you that you are special.” Click the above image to read the full article with video courtesy of FOX5.

The Little League World Series star, Mo'ne Davis, begins her journey as an entering Hampton University freshman majoring in Journalism at the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communication. Click the above image to view this video courtesy of ESPN.

Founded in 2002, the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications emphasizes excellence
and innovation while adhering to the core standards and ethical principles of the industry.

"Give light and the people will find their own way.” This motto, coined by the Scripps Howard Foundation, has been the guiding inspiration of Hampton University’s Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications since its inception in 2002. Uniquely designed as a modern, symbolic lighthouse, the Scripps Howard School was built with a vision to produce ethical and competitive leaders equipped to practice excellence and innovation in multimedia technology while adhering to the core principles of journalism and communications.

SHSJC News

Hampton University Softball Player Mo'ne Davis to Appear Live Today at 12 PM EST on the Philadelphia Inquirer's Instagram Page

HAMPTON, Va. (May 11, 2020)– Hampton University softball player Mo’ne Davis will appear Live today at 12 PM EST on the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Instagram page. She will be interviewed as part of the Inquirer’s Live at Lunch program. Watch it on their Instagram page @phillyinquirer or click this link: https://www.instagram.com/phillyinquirer/.

Scripps Hall of Famer Rashida Jones revitalizing MSNBC, SHSJC

HAMPTON, Va. (May 1, 2020) – Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications Hall of Famer and NBC News executive Rashida Jones has been placed in charge of MSNBC’s daytime schedule, Variety reported. She also is putting a charge into her alma mater as co-chair of the SHSJC Advisory Board.

HAMPTON, Va. (April 9, 2020) – Hampton University student Sara Avery has won a Pulitzer Center Fellowship. As a Fellow, Avery will undertake an international reporting project that she proposed, which involves traveling to Haiti to talk to locals about their 3D printed homes. Pulitzer Center staff and journalists will advise her throughout the process and act as mentors. Her final project will be featured on the Center website, with publication in other news media outlets such as The Washington Post and The Atlantic.

HU Scripps students report on money matters in their hometowns during pandemic

HAMPTON, Va. (March 23, 2020) - Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications students have shifted to remote learning while campus classrooms are closed during the coronavirus pandemic.

That has not stopped Arykah Edwards, Carson Hedgepeth, Kayla Holmes and Aniyah Oberlton, students in Professor Butch Maier’s JAC 451 Business Journalism class, from taking care of business. The four reported last night on the financial state of their four home states.

Two SHSJC students chosen for Bloomberg-UNC-Berkeley Business Journalism Diversity Program

Hampton, Va. (March 16, 2020) – Two Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications students have been selected for the Bloomberg-UNC-Berkeley Business Journalism Diversity Program, an intensive, five-day workshop.

Disney, ABC and ESPN recruiters engage with HU’s Scripps Howard School students

HAMPTON, Va. (Feb. 4, 2020) – Recruiters from the Disney family of networks will gather in the Scripps Auditorium to engage with Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications students Wednesday, Feb. 5.

Bloomberg recruiter visits Scripps on Jan. 22, 2020

Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications Hosts Premiere of Major Motion Picture 'Harriet'

HAMPTON, Va. (Nov. 5, 2019) — The Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications in partnership with the Virginia Air and Space Museum Center presented a sold-out advanced screening and panel discussion of the new film “HARRIET” on October 30.

Hampton University to Host A Dialogue with New York Times Investigative Reporter and Creator of the '1619 Project' - Nikole Hannah-Jones

HAMPTON, Va. (Oct. 22, 2019) — The Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications welcomes New York Times investigative reporter and creator of the landmark ‘1619 Project’ - Nikole Hannah-Jones to campus to discuss the major initiative which observes the 400th anniversary of the beginning of American slavery, November 6, at 7 p.m. in the Scripps Howard Auditorium.

The Joseph K. Bose Endowed Scholarship

HAMPTON, Va. (Oct. 22, 2019) — Halloween is a time for reflection at the Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications, this year marks the fourth anniversary of Joseph K. Bose’s passing and the creation of the Joseph K. Bose Endowed Scholarship in his memory.

Hampton University Welcomes Former Publisher/Editor Marisa Porto as Executive in Residence

HAMPTON, Va. (October 17, 2019) — Hampton University President Dr. William R. Harvey and the entire HU community welcomed Marisa Porto to our ‘Home by the Sea’ as an Executive in Residence on September 16. Porto brings over 21 years of high level executive experience in both the news industry and the business sector to this key faculty post.

Journalism Student Appears on NBC Today Show for International Day of the Girl

Taryn-Marie Jenkins, a Scripps journalism major (class of 2023), made a national television appearance on NBC television on Oct. 11.

The Today Show celebrated the International Day of the Girl during their 8 a.m. hour, including filling their plaza audience with girls. As part of the show, Dylan Dreyer (a Girl Scout alumni) did a live segment with the National Gold Award Girl Scouts.

Superstar Mo’ne Davis ‘Just One of the Girls’ on Hampton’s Softball Team

Mo’ne Davis is perhaps the most unique college athlete ever. But at the same time the freshman middle infielder on the Hampton University women’s softball team is no different than any other college student, and that’s how she wants to be treated.

Looking in Hindsight and Beyond with Hampton Creative Deanna Blu by Brandi Hutchinson

Hampton University is an inclusive institution that embodies art and its various forms. Every year, more creatives are enrolled from all over to continue their journey of making art.
Deanna Blu is one of those multitalented creatives.

HAMPTON, Va. (August 7, 2019) Where should someone go to learn about issues involving democracy in 38 countries?Dayton, Ohio, of course.
Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications Dean and Assistant Vice President for Marketing/Media B. DàVida Plummer was invited to attend the Kettering Foundation’s Deliberative Democracy Institute from July 8 to 12 in Dayton.

Hampton University Softball Player Mo'ne Davis Spotlighted in Sports Illustrated's 'Where Are They Now?' Feature Story

HAMPTON, Va. (July 3, 2019) – Hampton University Softball player Mo’ne Davis is spotlighted in Sports Illustrated’s latest “Where Are They Now?” feature. The iconic magazine sat down with Hampton’s newest softball player five years after making history in the Little League World Series. In the sit down interview with Hampton alumnus Shemar Woods ’11, Davis talks about what she has been doing over the last five years and the reasons why she chose to attend Hampton University.

Hampton University Student, Tyla Barnes, Receives $15,000 Journalism Scholarship through the Chevrolet Discover the Unexpected Program

HAMPTON, Va. (June 26, 2019) – Hampton University journalism student and rising senior Tyla Barnes, has won a $15,000 scholarship through Chevrolet’s 2019 Discover the Unexpected (DTU) Program. DTU is a journalism fellowship for HBCUs, where six fellows receive $10,000 in scholarship money, plus $5,000 for an incredible eight-week road trip in the all-new 2019 Chevy Blazer to intern at one of two National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) newspapers. Throughout their travels, the fellows will discover and share positive, inspirational and relevant stories from African American communities.

Parenting book edited by Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications Professor Butch Maier

VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia — “Win with Teens: Christian Parenting Through the Challenging Years,” a book written by Virginia Beach life coach Win Levis and published this week, was edited by Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications Assistant Professor Butch Maier.

Hampton University Professor Butch Maier's Comedy Opens as No. 2 Movie in the U.S.

Norfolk, Va. (May 6, 2019) – “Mother of a Day,” Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications Professor Butch Maier's comedy about an African American family, earned the second-highest gross per theater of any movie in the U.S. on May 4, according to Box Office Mojo and the-numbers.com.

A local feature film focused on the humor of a missed Mother’s Day on Coast Live

From WTKR.com: HAMPTON ROADS, Va. - "Mother of a Day" is a family-friendly comedy written, produced and starring local talent.
The story's main character has one hour to sneak out of the house to find gifts for the four mothers in his life after he has forgotten Mother's Day.
Lead actor Lamont Ferguson and director Butch Maier join us to talk more about the film and the local premieres.

Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism Students and Professors featured in New Movie May 3

HAMPTON, Va. (April 19, 2019) - Two students and two professors from Hampton University’s Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications are key members of the cast and crew of a new movie.
“Mother of a Day” – written, directed and produced by Butch Maier, a Scripps assistant professor of journalism – will be revealed in exclusive sneak previews next month on campus. The movie will be shown five times Friday, May 3, in the HU Student Center Theater.

Coverage of The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) 2019 Conference at Hampton University, April 12-14, 2019

HAMPTON, Va. (April 19, 2019) – Student Coverage of the 2019 National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Region I Conference, April 12-14, 2019, which took place at the Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism. This year’s theme was “Reclaiming Our Story: Guardians of Our History Since 1619 and The True Responsibility of Black Journalists Today.”

The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) 2019 Conference Will be Held at Hampton University, April 12-14, 2019

HAMPTON, Va. (March 29, 2019) – Registration is now open for the 2019 National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Region I Conference, April 12-14, 2019, which will take place at the Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism. This year’s theme is “Reclaiming Our Story: Guardians of Our History Since 1619 and The True Responsibility of Black Journalists Today.”.

HAMPTON, Va. (March 4, 2019) – The Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications welcomed A. Peter Bailey, an associate of Malcolm X, to the Caldwell Café series on Tuesday, February 26, 2019. Bailey lectured about various aspects of his life, including when he first heard Malcolm X speak in Harlem, his affiliation with the Organization of Afro American Unity (OAAU), and the day Malcolm X was assassinated.

HAMPTON, Va. (January 18, 2019) – Writing, writing and more writing was the theme of the 2019 Hampton University “Scripps Days” Event in the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications. Scripps welcomed honored guests from The Scripps Howard Foundation to showcase students and to demonstrate how a $100,000 grant from the Foundation has been used to embark on a new content management system.

HAMPTON, VA (Jan. 3, 2019) – Hampton University School of Business Professor, Dr. Michael McLain, discussed the pros and cons of ‘Paygo’ on a daily digital news program via the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications’ ReadyCam on-site studio

Little League Record Breaker Signs with Hampton University Softball

HAMPTON, Virginia (Dec. 18, 2018) -- A record-setter from the 2014 Little League World Series for Taney Little League, Mo’ne Davis has signed her National Letter of Intent (NLI) to play softball for Hampton University starting in the fall of 2019.

Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications Welcomes Congressman Robert C. Scott to their State of the Art TV Studio

HAMPTON. Va. (August 15, 2018) - Congressman Robert C. “Bobby” Scott of Virginia was welcomed to the Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications TV studio. Congressman Scott, who is serving his thirteenth term, representing Virginia’s Third Congressional District, requested to utilize the state of the art television studio at Hampton University to tape a PSA.

HAMPTON, Va. (July 6, 2018) — Hampton University rising senior, Leondra Head, recently published her first book entitled, Walking In Your Path, a self-help novel encouraging young adult students and young adults to follow their passions.

HAMPTON, Va. (July 5, 2018) — Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications (SHSJC) Assistant Professor Butch Maier has released the first trailer for "Mother of a Day," his comedy movie about an African-American family.

April Woodard, Assistant Professor for Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications, Nominated for an Emmy Award

HAMPTON, Va. (May 17, 2018) - April Woodard, an Assistant Professor in the Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications, has been nominated for an Emmy® Award for her work as a co-host on Coast Live on WTKR, and for hosting the Norfolk Christmas parade, among other events throughout the year. This year’s 60th Emmy® Awards, which includes Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., will host a Gala to present the winners on Saturday, June 23, 2018 in Bethesda, MD.

HAMPTON, Va. (May 16, 2018) — The Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications student Kyla Wright has been awarded the Betty Endicott Scholarship worth $5,000 to be used towards her Hampton University education. The Betty Endicott Scholarship is given out annually from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences-National Capital Chesapeake Bay (NATAS-NCCB) Chapter to full-time undergraduate or graduate students who are studying communications and/or broadcast journalism. The scholarship is named after Betty Endicott, the first female news director in Washington, D.C.

HAMPTON, Va. (May. 10, 2018) — Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and
Communications Assistant Professor Lynn Waltz officially kicked off her book tour by appearing on
local television and radio to promote her acclaimed book, “Hog Wild: The Battle for Workers’ Rights at
the World’s Largest Slaughterhouse.”
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PRSA President/CEO Visits Scripps-Howard Students

HAMPTON, Va. (March 26, 2018) – Hampton University Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications students met one of the leaders in their future industry -- Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) President and CEO Dr. Joseph Truncale – during his visit here March 26.

Scripps Howard Dean DaVida Plummer was grateful to have one of the top professionals in the public relations field take the time to share his experiences with students.

Jay Lang appointed to NANOE’s 2018 Board of Governors

Washington D.C. – 02/16/2018 –The National Association of Nonprofit Organizations and Executives (NANOE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jay Lang to NANOE’s prestigious 2018 Board of Governors. Lang has been called upon to refine, improve, and strengthen New Guidelines for Tomorrow’s Nonprofit (Second Edition) a new set of governing guidelines that supercharge nonprofit capacity-building.

Hampton University Scripps Howard students and professor study business journalism at Bloomberg in D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Jan. 10, 2018) — Six students and one professor from Hampton University’s Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications attended a three-day business journalism workshop Jan. 8 to 10 in the Bloomberg News office in Washington, D.C.

CINCINNATI (November 29, 2017) – The Scripps Howard Awards, one of the nation’s most prestigious journalism competitions, will accept entries from Dec. 1 to Feb. 2.
The Awards’ 65th competition will present $170,000 in prize money for work across 16 categories, including the Impact Award, which will honor the year’s best work from all winners. The awards will be presented on April 19, 2018, with a live show hosted by “60 Minutes” correspondent Lara Logan.

Bloomberg bringing 6 Scripps Howard Business Journalism Students to D.C.

HAMPTON, Va. (Nov. 21, 2017) -- Six Hampton University students enrolled in the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communication’s business journalism course can report a capital gain in January. The nation’s capital, that is.

"The Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communication wouldn’t be what it is without the Scripps Foundation,” said Scripps Howard’s Dean, B. DaVida Plummer. “When other major media brands were sponsoring career fairs and putting up booths at HBCU events, Scripps went above and beyond the call. The leadership had the vision to partner with Hampton University President William R. Harvey to invest in students here at our Home By The Sea from academic start to graduation and ultimate career placement.”

CINCINNATI (Oct 20, 2017) – The Scripps Howard Foundation is launching a year-long postgraduate fellowship program designed for individuals who aspire to journalism leadership positions in the media industry.

Four individuals will be chosen for a Scripps Howard Fellowship, which will begin in June 2018 and run for 12 months. The program is offered in partnership with the Scripps News Washington Bureau, Newsy and ProPublica. Participants will be able to choose from among several reporting or newsroom experiences in Washington, D.C., and New York City. In addition to their immersive newsroom residencies, participants will convene for a series of workshops on leadership, project management, innovation and the business of journalism.

HAMPTON, Va. (Aug. 25, 2017) – Future journalists and MBA candidates wanting to learn about the world of business reporting have a new Hampton University course to up their game and their academic experience.

Business Journalism JAC 451 has been added to the curriculum for fall semester.
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Hampton University’s Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications (SHSJC) is putting its students on the path to working in Hollywood production houses and Silicon Valley firms with new Digital Media Innovation and Animation & Motion Graphics classes.

KTA Induction Ceremony

Thirteen students from the Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications were inducted into the prestigious Kappa Tau Alpha (KTA) Honor Society on Friday, April 21 including six seniors and seven juniors.

Admission into the society is by invitation only, reserved for those students in the top 10 percent of their respective classes. The 13 joined eight current members.

Blacks in STEM: ‘Why can’t we just be diamonds?’

In a society that debates the value of HBCU's -- Historically Black Colleges and Universities -- these institutions generate the most STEM graduates, Claudia Rankins of the National Science Foundation said Thursday March 16 at Hampton University's Black Family Conference.

STEM mentor Isaiah Warner of LSU to close Black Family Conference

Hampton University's 39th annual Black Family Conference is set to end on Friday, March 17, but not without a bang. The conference aims to celebrate the many achievements of black families and explore the developments that have propelled the families' progression in society.

Limb regeneration doctor inspires students at Hampton U. confab

Hampton University is hosting its 39thannual Conference on the Black Family from Wednesday, March 15 to Friday, March 17. This year’s conference seeks to explore the developments of technology and increase public recognition of how technology affects us all and the generations to come. The theme, “Design 101: Black Families Rising Up!” will acknowledge attributes, the work and research done by African-Americans in the STEM fields -- science, technology, engineering and mathematics -- along with Hampton students.

Hidden Figures’ author to visit Hampton Roads Convention Center

On Tuesday, March 7 at 7:30 p.m., writer, researcher and author Margot Lee Shetterly will hold a book signing for her No. 1 selling book "Hidden Figures" in Hampton, Virginia. Shetterly, 48, will speak at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, which is open to the public.

When meeting the parents goes wrong. Get Out.

Imagine that you've just celebrated five months with your new girlfriend and an important milestone in your relationship has approached; it's time to meet her parents.

Most prepare by dressing well and rehearsing their answers to commonly asked questions. But how does one brace themselves to be hypnotized, tortured, and held against their will by their potential in-laws instead?

Gender bender: Valentine’s Day switch up

Ballers: Howard vs. Hampton equals extra effort

“Who is the real HU,” you might ask? Well, the Hampton University women’s and men’s basketball teams take on Howard University Saturday at 4 and 6 p.m. at Hampton University's Convocation Center. Students and alumni from Howard, Hampton and nearby universities attend each year.

Cheerleading teams and dance teams prepare to entertain the crowd. Like other collegiate sports, cheerleaders practice throughout the week to prepare for upcoming games.

Super Bowl LI was a girlie good time

HAMPTON, Virginia -- Super Bowl Sunday in a house full of young women is not a typical game party.

Upon walking into the apartment you didn't get the vibe that the biggest football game in the world was on television. Songs such as "Best of me" by Jay Z and Mya were being played. Wine was being poured instead of beer and hard liquor.

Hampton U. ATL students are all in for their Falcons

At Hampton University here, a contingent of Atlanta-area students said they are thrilled that their NFC champion Falcons will play for the ultimate prize.

"It's really a great feeling to see the Falcons finally going to the Super Bowl in my lifetime," said Carlton Griffin, a journalism major/cinema studies minor from Ellenwood, Georgia. "I've been a fan since I was born and it's been a tough ride being a Falcons fan.

Wary, hopeful Hampton U. students check out “The Quad”

The new Black Entertainment Television show "The Quad" premiered 10 p.m. EST Wednesday, Feb. 1. The drama series focuses on the student life at HBCUs --Historically Black Colleges and Universities -- and the issues that occur: Relationships between teachers and students, gender stereotypes in leadership, racism, hazing, underage drinking, blackmail, and, homicide.

Founders Day speaker found her calling at Hampton U.

Hampton University and Mass Media Arts alumna Allison Seymour will be a guest speaker at Sunday’s Founder’s Day.

The accomplished Scripps Howard School of Journalism and Communications Hall of Famer said she was overwhelmed with excitement to come back and share her words of wisdom with Hampton University students. Seymour said she intends to encourage and remind students to let their lives do the singing like the words of the alma mater.
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Hampton U students reflect on MLK's impact before annual celebration

Hampton University is preparing for its annual Martin Luther King Jr. holiday celebration on Monday, Jan. 16. Students and faculty plan to participate in a campus-wide march beginning at 10 a.m. at the Emancipation Oak and end it at Ogden Hall. Following the march, there will be a program to honor King’s legacy at 11 a.m.

‘Hidden Figures’ author sells out museum book signing

On Jan. 6, over 200 people wrapped around the Hampton History Museum for author Margot Lee Shetterly’s “Hidden Figures” book signing. There were so many supporters in attendance, young and old, all inspired and or curious about the untold story of three black women making a huge contribution to American history right here in Virginia.

Hampton U. Architecture Team Flood Management Plan Wins $15,000

Hampton University School of Architecture students placed second in the 2016 Ford Motor Company HBCU Challenge 2016 Ford Motor Company HBCU Challenge winning them $15,000 in student stipends.
Each year, Ford Motor Company conducts a competition that supports student led community projects at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The purpose is to strengthen and contribute to underserved communities.

The award will help students continue to work on those projects without having to take side jobs while continuing their education.

I-64 Expansion Threatens Pivotal American History

Hampton University President Dr. William R. Harvey has called a press conference for noon, Friday Nov. 18th to discuss the University’s commitment to yield “not one inch” of campus property for the Virginia Department of Transportation’s proposed expansion of Interstate 64.